Senior Ecommerce Engineer

Our client is seeking a senior Ecommerce Engineer to take ownership of their ecommerce technology landscape and provide both technical leadership and strategic direction. This role is focused on driving ecommerce growth through scalable architecture, system integrations, and optimization of digital platforms, while also contributing to broader business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecommerce platform development and technical strategy across the organization

• Drive improvements in scalability, performance, security, and reliability of ecommerce systems

• Manage WooCommerce-based platforms and associated digital infrastructure

• Develop and maintain backend services and integrations using Node.js or PHP

• Oversee API integrations with ERP, CRM, inventory, and payment systems

• Implement SEO and performance optimization strategies to improve traffic and conversion

• Manage deployment pipelines, environments, and release processes

• Ensure data integrity across product catalogues and digital systems

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to align ecommerce strategy with revenue goals

Requirements

• BSc Degree in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (non-negotiable)

• Senior-level experience in ecommerce engineering or digital commerce environments

• Strong expertise in WooCommerce and ecommerce platform architecture

• Backend development experience (Node.js, PHP, or Python)

• Strong knowledge of frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue/React/Angular)

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

• Strong understanding of API design, system integrations, and databases

• Experience with technical SEO and optimization strategies

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Submit your CV to ***email_hidden*** or call 031 350 4018.

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Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 4 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.